Compound Interest

First, there's mathmatics. Obviously, you've got to be able to handle numbers and quantities - basic arithmetic. And the great useful model, after compound interest, is the elementary math of permutations and combinations.

From Charlie Munger's quote, you can see how he ranks in mathematics.

  1. Basic arithmetic
  2. Compound Interest
  3. Permutations and Combinations

Understanding the power of compound interest is essential for investors and anyone living in a capitalist society.